Igneous Rocks and Magma

Dr. Ahmad Redaa

2024-10-2

The Rock Cycle and Involved Processes

The Rock Cycle, Source: Steven, E. (2015)

Definition of Igneous Rocks

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition

Magma and Magma Composition

Factors Affecting Magma

Bowen’s Reaction Series

Bowen’s reaction series, Source: https://geologyhub.com

Classification of Igneous Rocks

Classification by Place of Formation

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition

Classification by Texture

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition

Volcanic Rocks Without Phenocrysts

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition

Glassy Volcanic Rocks

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition

Classification by Colour

Classification by Silica Content or (Proportion of Dark Minerals)

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition

Shapes of Intrusive Bodies

More Examples

Source: https://www.alexstrekeisen.it/

Summary

Source: Physical Geology, First University of Saskatchewan Edition